Posted on Aug 10, 2017
Despite Proven Technology, Attempts To Make Table Saws Safer Drag On
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Despite Proven Technology, Attempts To Make Table Saws Safer Drag On
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One of the drawbacks of taking shop class out of middle school. Power tool safety shouldn't be self help!
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I'm going to be that guy and point out that the blade is set too high. And for those that didn't know that was a thing, your blade should only be set 1/4" above your material on a table saw. This, with the proper blade, will help against chipping at the cut. Also a blade guard and feather board should be used to prevent kickback. With those things in mind and staying aware for your hand placement and use of a push stick, nobody should ever lose a digit.
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SawStop is awesome but you have to replace major parts of your saw at great expense.....Agreed it is worth every penny when you still have your fingers but it is a hard sell sometimes. I am a member of the "Run your finger through the table saw " club. Just glad it was 3/8 and not 3/4 i was running through!!!
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Alan K.
PVT James Strait - I agree, tell that to a professional carpenter that may have to buy 2-3 new saws a year....that's the only reason they haven't gone viral so to speak. They are perfect for the DIY person that is not totally familiar and an all the time user.
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